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War & Peace
Under UN Charter, Iran’s Attack Was a Legal Response to Israel’s Illegal Attack
Iran’s attack on Israel was lawful self-defense carried out in compliance with international humanitarian law.
Spain and Slovenia Lead Push for EU Countries to Recognize Palestinian State
Proponents say full recognition of Palestine by European countries would help to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.
Business Booms for Lockheed Martin as Risk of Regional War Grows
Following Iran’s strike, bankers are upgrading their stock in the company that’s played a role in Israel’s war on Gaza.
One Year Into War, Sudan Is Experiencing the World’s Largest Displacement Crisis
Meanwhile, the number of Sudanese facing emergency levels of hunger has more than tripled in a year to almost 5 million.
Biden Claims to Support a Two-State Solution. His Policies Say Otherwise.
The administration pays lip service to a two-state solution while blocking every possible avenue toward that goal.
Leaked Document Shows NYT Censorship of Words Like “Genocide” in Gaza Coverage
The Times discourages references to “Palestine,” in a refusal to acknowledge the state Israel has been occupying.
Journalist Describes Violence Against Palestinians in the West Bank as Pogroms
Dalia Hatuqa discusses record-high displacement in the West Bank, Israel’s crackdown on journalists, and more.
Cori Bush: Lawmakers’ Warmongering Against Iran Is “Blatantly Unconstitutional”
“We cannot let the warmongers win; our country and our world are calling for restraint,” said Rep. Cori Bush.
The Middle East Is Bracing for Wider War as Israel Weighs Response to Iran
Journalists Reza Sayah and Gideon Levy join analyst Trita Parsi to discuss the possibility of a regional war.
Calls Grow for De-escalation as Israel Vows to Retaliate Against Iran
Progressives say along with a Gaza ceasefire, diplomacy and restraint are needed to stop a region-wide war.